About Klaus Wunder
Lived 1950 – 2024 (aged 73). Klaus Wunder was a German association football player.
Klaus Wunder (13 September 1950 – 16 January 2024) was a German professional footballer who played as a striker. For Bayern Munich, he was part of the club's European Cup victory in 1974–75. He earned one cap for the Germany national team and also represented West Germany at the 1972 Summer Olympics. He was given the nickname "Caesar".
Biography Wunder was born in Erfurt, East Germany but his parents fled to West Germany when he was four years old. In 1974, he signed for champions Bayern Munich for a club record transfer fee of between 400,000 and 700,000 Deutsche Marks. In his one season at Bayern, he won the European Cup, coming on as a substitute for the seriously injured Uli Hoeness in the final against Leeds United. In December 1975 he moved to Hannover 96 and later played for Werder Bremen.
Honours Bayern Munich European Cup: 1974–75
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Who was Klaus Wunder?
German footballer (1950-2024)
When was Klaus Wunder born?
Klaus Wunder was born on 13 September 1950 in Erfurt.
When did Klaus Wunder die?
Klaus Wunder died on 16 January 2024 in Hemmingen.
What was Klaus Wunder's occupation?
Klaus Wunder was an association football player.
What nationality was Klaus Wunder?
Klaus Wunder was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Klaus Wunder. https://biography.guide/klaus-wunder/
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